Is there a right way to date after grief? The Golden Bachelorette’s journey begins

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Joan Vassos poses with a gold rose for ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ “Their conversation gave her a sense of freedom, but not the freedom of, ‘Oh, well, he’s gone,’’ Bronstein said. Leading up to the season premiere of The Golden Bachelorette, Joan has made it clear to her family – including her four adult children – that she’ll always keep John close to her heart. open image in gallery Joan Vassos giving a rose during the first episode of ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ “While you examine what feelings are coming up for you at the moment, you also have to think realistically about how you can support that person in a new relationship,” Paruolo added. open image in gallery The 24 contestants on ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ “You’re not giving them permission to say, ‘I don’t like this so you shouldn’t do it,’” Paruolo said.